Statistically, Decatur has a relatively young, steadily growing population with strong indicators for continuing growth. Household income is a reflection of this type of population but will show steady increases in the median with the advent of increases in business and industry.

Population Growth – Decatur, Texas

Age Distribution- Decatur, TX

Median Age

Decatur

US

31.9

37.6

Household Income

Median Household Income

Decatur

US

2012

$44,523

$53,046

2015

$46,161

$53,889

’12 – ’15 Change

3.67%

1.55%

Workforce

Area Information

The food business is doing quite well at Decatur ISD, according to a report given to the school board Monday by Child Nutrition Director Shelly Laaser. The report showed that meal revenue has increased almost $10,000 over the past two years. Read on...

Deroy Bennett was on hand Wednesday as a sign dedicated to his late father was installed on U.S. 380. James “Poncho” Bennett, a Decatur Police officer, was killed while on duty 37 years ago. Read on...

Testimonials

“We had a lot of choices when we were looking to relocate our corporate headquarters from Colorado, and Decatur has proven to be the best option for us. It was close to a major airport, but still a good environment for our employees’ families. The Decatur folks worked overtime to locate a piece of property and arranged a sale lease back with a local developer that got us exactly what we needed.”

– Michael Clark, CEO, H2X Hydroexcavation

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About Decatur

Decatur is a thriving Texas community with a rich history and competitive location near the Dallas-Fort Worth Metro. Its regional health system, flourishing downtown, community-oriented lifestyle, strong retail base, and prime location are strengths that are propelling Decatur's economic growth.

The food business is doing quite well at Decatur ISD, according to a report given to the school board Monday by Child Nutrition Director Shelly Laaser. The report showed that meal revenue has increased almost $10,000 over the past two years. Read on...